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The Secret of Everyday Things

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4.1 out of 5
Based on 17 Ratings and 3 Reviews

Book Description
Fascinating conversations with Uncle Paul reveal the mysteries behind the dyeing and weaving of cloth, the lighting and heating of homes, the processing involved in bringing oil, coffee, tea, spices, and other foodstuffs to the table, and the power of water in all its manifestations. Excellent as follow-on to The Story Book of Science. Numerous black and white illustrations complement the text. ... More
Book Information
PublisherYesterday's Classics
BindingPaperback (16 editions)
Reading LevelYoung Adults
# of Pages404
ISBN-101599152525
ISBN-13978-1599152523
Publication Date09/05/2008
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About Jean-Henri Fabre (Author) : Jean-Henri Fabre is a published author of children's books and young adult books. Some of the published credits of Jean-Henri Fabre include The Mason-Bees, The Story Book of Science, Animal Life in Fi... more
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About Florence Constable Bicknell (Translator) : Florence Constable Bicknell is a published translator of children's books. Some of the published credits of Florence Constable Bicknell include The Secret of Everyday Things (Yesterday's Classics), An... more
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